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Gina M.

Asheville, NC

5.0 out of 5 stars
29 reviews
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Intuitive pet companion

Pet care experience

I love pet sitting for our animal friends and have been doing so for many years! Whether I am walking your dog or dropping in to feed your cat, I love taking the time to play and cuddle. In general I have an intuitive communication and understanding with animals, I even used to work at a wildlife rehab and was told I was a natural! I love all Earth's creatures and love doing my part to make sure our community's animal companion's are loved and taken care of. I am a retired massage therapist and birth doula who is now back in school to become a doctor of acupuncture and Chinese medicine - being of caring service to all Earth’s creatures is of the utmost importance to me. At the moment, I have just one pet, my cat Luna who is very low maintenance, but from both the wildlife center and my final few months and years with my elderly dog Daisy...I am accustomed to helping sick or elderly pets, am meticulous with any med requirements (dosage, timing and administration) as well as the general extra tender care and comfort they need.

Reviews

Katie M.
Dog Boarding • Jul 10, 2023
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Gina is the most wonderful dog sitter. I never worry for a minute when Penny is with her. She is responsible, reliable, and so caring towards animals. I highly recommend her.

Taryn G.
Doggy Day Care • Jul 12, 2022
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Waffles had a great day with Gina! We were in town for a long weekend and dropped waffles off for the day and he had such a fun filled day. I got updates throughout the day and waffles was pooped by the end of the day! Would definitely use Gina again if we are back in the area!

Kayla B.
Dog Boarding • Jul 06, 2022
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Gina is the best! She always takes wonderful care of Oliver. She is very attentive and communicates frequently with updates and photos. Highly reccomend!

Laura M.
Doggy Day Care • Jul 01, 2022
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Gina went above and beyond to make my Tara comfortable at her home. It was the first time my fur baby was with Gina, and Tara was anxious I wouldn't come back. Gina brushed Tara to release her oxytocin to help her relax. Gina was very sensitive to Tara's need. Tara will be coming back to Gina very soon! I got a few photos from Gina, showing how Tara was doing. Which was great for this first time at school, Jewish dog mom.

About Gina M.

Communication

11 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

At the moment I have one cat who gets a long with dogs but not other cats. If caring for a cat at my home, I would keep my own cat in my bedroom overnight. For this reason, I do prefer caring for cats at your home and dogs at my own home. Oh also, if you have house plants I can water them for you too! I have two dogs who LOVE other dogs and we have a big yard for them to all run around and play together in. Please be sure to confirm with me that your dogs are up to date on their vaccines and are properly licensed either in Asheville or the town/county or your residence. Thank you!

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs, 1 cat
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Gina M. would like to know about your pet

In advance I would just like to know about any medical or behavioral needs of your pet and what their favorite comforts are...but really the most important info is whatever you think people should know about your fur baby!

A typical day

I love playing, walking, hiking, cuddling and doing a little bit of fun training with dogs. I think all of Asheville is a pretty special place to walk but I especially love the Reed Creek Greenway and the Forest Service trails. I like taking the dogs down to the French Broad dog park in the morning or evening, but not in the heat of the day.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$50per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$25per visit
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$30per walk
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
AWAY

Gina can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs
No females in heat

Gina can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs

Availability

Open/Flexible. I am a graduate student on summer break. My days and nights are available for you and your pets! I will update my schedule once classes are announced, but for now I have full availability.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated a year ago
Gina can host up to 1 pets per night
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Gina M.

Communication

11 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

At the moment I have one cat who gets a long with dogs but not other cats. If caring for a cat at my home, I would keep my own cat in my bedroom overnight. For this reason, I do prefer caring for cats at your home and dogs at my own home. Oh also, if you have house plants I can water them for you too! I have two dogs who LOVE other dogs and we have a big yard for them to all run around and play together in. Please be sure to confirm with me that your dogs are up to date on their vaccines and are properly licensed either in Asheville or the town/county or your residence. Thank you!

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs, 1 cat
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Gina M. would like to know about your pet

In advance I would just like to know about any medical or behavioral needs of your pet and what their favorite comforts are...but really the most important info is whatever you think people should know about your fur baby!

A typical day

I love playing, walking, hiking, cuddling and doing a little bit of fun training with dogs. I think all of Asheville is a pretty special place to walk but I especially love the Reed Creek Greenway and the Forest Service trails. I like taking the dogs down to the French Broad dog park in the morning or evening, but not in the heat of the day.

Location

Asheville, NC

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Gina M.

Asheville, NC

5.0 out of 5 stars
29 reviews